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Missed Opportunities for GoodCreative Conversations with Renee MillerToday we’re joined by Renee Miller, Founder and Executive Creative Director of The Miller Group – a purpose-driven creative boutique. We discuss how Renee stumbled into impact work back in the 90s, how to leverage your competitive advantage without greenwashing, and resilience after the LA fires. She brought us Dole x Ananas Anam’s Pinatex campaign to discuss live. Follow Renee on LinkedIn, check out The Miller Group’s new Home Services Site, and email Renee at renee@millergroupmarketing.com if you’d like to learn more! RESOURCES + LINKSDole x Ana...2025-05-0752 min
The Beautiful and BannedS3, E6: A Court of Thorns and Roses, with Special Guest Alyssa MorrisTo talk about ACOTAR, Jessica is joined this week by special guest Alyssa Morris, whose popular Romancing the Phone newsletter demystifies into BookTok trends and digs into the publishing industry. Alyssa and Jessica talk about the phenomenon of A Court of Thorn and Roses (banned statewide in Utah schools), what's really happening with romance and romantasy, and why these genres deserve such respect. Don't worry, we also cover fairy smut!Join the conversation on Substack! If you'd prefer to be a Patreon subscriber, you can join now for just $3 a month. Thank you for your support! The...2025-05-061h 10
What People MissThe Beauty of Love with Renee MIllerIn this engaging conversation, Cordelia Gaffar and Renee Miller explore the multifaceted nature of love, relationships, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of shadow work, effective communication in new relationships, and the role of compassion in leadership. The dialogue emphasizes the need for emotional intelligence and the impact of love blockages on personal and professional interactions. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the transformative power of love and joy in both personal and corporate settings.#love #relationships #shadow work #communication #compassion #leadership #emotionalintelligence #joy #loveblockages #personalgrowthAbout my guest:Meet Renee Miller, the Founder...2025-04-2839 minThe Beautiful and BannedS3, E5: Pride and Book Comes Home, with Special Guest Rob SandersRead, Review, and Recommend! These are the suggestions by today's guest, children's book author, Rob Sanders, about how to support writers of challenged and banned books. Join us for this delightful conversation about the cutest book we will ever feature on this show, Book Comes Home: A Banned Book Journey--Rob's most recent book that had us reminiscing about our own dearly beloved childhood favorites--as well as Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag, which remains one of the most banned children's book in the US. Make sure to check out Rob's recommendations for organizations he loves...2025-04-2254 min
Spiritually Wired with Renée WalkerSuccess, Motherhood & Scaling your Business with Kristy MillerThis episode of Spiritually Wired is buzzing with energy. Recorded in front of a live audience at the High Vibe Woman event, Renée sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Kristy Miller, founder of The Scented Market, a beloved Canadian candle brand that started in her garage and quickly became a multi-million dollar business. In true Spiritually Wired fashion, this episode blends real-world lessons with spiritual wisdom, community energy, and personal truth. Christy brings both strategy and soul to this inspiring conversation as she opens up about intuition, leadership, family life, and the challenges that come with building a successful c...2025-04-1753 minThe Beautiful and BannedS3, E4: The Satanic Verses, Part 2Is this the funniest episode about The Satanic Verses ever recorded? We like to think so! Join us as Christine and Jessica finish their discussion on this controversial book. Jessica loved it, Christine not so much, but they both found it deeply relevant to our current day. Join the conversation on Substack! If you'd prefer to be a Patreon subscriber, you can join now for just $3 a month. Thank you for your support! The success of this podcast depends on you!"The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow u...2025-04-081h 03The Beautiful and BannedS3, E3: The Satanic Verses, Part 1Christine and Jessica discuss one of the most controversial books in the world since its publication in 1988. Salman Rushdie's The Satanic Verses caused an immediate uproar; after the Ayatollah Khomeini declared a fatwa, Rushdie spent ten years in hiding. Even when it was over, he was not safe: a knife-wielding attacker in 2022 stabbed him in the face and neck, resulting in several injuries and the loss of his sight in one eye--that attacker will be sentenced in April. Ever wondered why the book was so controversial and what Rushdie said that was so offensive? Join us for the first o...2025-03-2755 minThe Beautiful and BannedS3, E2: All Boys Aren't BlueWhew, Christine has THOUGHTS in today's episode as she and Jessica discuss All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson, one of the most frequently banned books in the country. Christine makes the point that, just because a book shouldn't be banned, doesn't mean it shouldn't be critiqued. But what are the boundaries of that criticism, and how do we grapple with those questions in an age of censorship? Please note: this episode uses explicit language in a few instances.Join the conversation on Substack! If you'd prefer to be a Patreon subscriber, you can jo...2025-03-111h 05The Beautiful and BannedS3, E1: WTF, USA?In the first episode of season 3, Christine and Jessica ask the question that is on everyone's lips: WTF, USA? They look at the state of the country and book banning in these deeply unprecedented times--and still, as always, find both humor and hope.We announced in this episode: you can now find us on Substack too! Sign up to join our community and support our work; you can hear episodes of "The Beautiful and Banned" there (though nothing else will change--we're still on all the same podcast sites). You can support us by pledging to "The Injustice...2025-02-2559 min
The Academic MinuteRenee Miller, University of Rochester – Is Cognitive Bias Sabotaging Your Fantasy Football Team?On University of Rochester Week: Fantasy football is more than just fun for people with money on the line, but can your brain keep you from winning?
Renee Miller, professor of brain and cognitive sciences and director of the Undergraduate Neuroscience Program, delves into cognitive biases.
Renee Miller directs the undergraduate Neuroscience program at the University of Rochester. She is passionate about several areas of neuroscience and earned a PhD in neurodegenerative disease research. Miller’s research aims to understand the genetic basis for sex differences in behaviors. She investigates how inherent or adaptive differences in...2025-02-2100 min
Who Runs This Park[Park Enthusiasts] Thruhikers: Tim Beissinger and Renee MillerTim Beissinger and Renee Miller, the dynamic duo behind the social media phenomenon “The Thruhikers,” join Maddie Pellman, host of Who Runs This Park, Park Enthusiasts Edition. With over 2 million TikTok followers and 380K on Instagram, Tim and Renee have captivated audiences with their adventures, expertise, and humor.In this episode, we explore their incredible journey, from thruhiking the Pacific Crest Trail to designing their own trail routes like the Pacific Northwest Circuit. We talk about their athletic evolution, from marathons, to IRONMANS to thruhiking to their new interest of trail running. We also learn about their process of w...2025-01-2152 minThe Beautiful and BannedS2, E 14: Season Finale ReflectionsIn this season finale, Christine and Jessica reflect on the first two seasons of "The Beautiful and Banned" in a year in which book banning has exploded in our country--more than 10,000 books were banned in the last school year alone, up from a record 3,000+ the year before. After two seasons of the podcast, Jessica and Christine talk about what they've learned, four moments that stood out to each of them, what is coming next year, and what brings them hope for the future. You don't want to miss it! "The Beautiful and Banned" will return with Season 3...2024-12-101h 09The Beautiful and BannedS2, E 13, KindredChristine and Jessica discuss Kindred by Octavia E. Butler. This seminal work explores the idea that we are always connected to our national and familial past--in this case, literally. As they discuss, many of the concepts in The Handmaid's Tale that are apocalyptic possibilities--oppressive treatment of women, forced pregnancies, restricting the right to read and write--are all things that actually happened to Black women in US history. This book (among many others) is a necessary addition to the conversation about preserving the freedom to read for everyone. Plus, this book is just so dang good!"The Beautiful...2024-12-031h 06The Beautiful and BannedS2, E12: Carolyn Foote from Texas FReadom FightersCarolyn Foote, co-founder of Texas FReadom Fighters joins Christine and Jessica in a riveting conversation about the recent history of book banning in the US, and what's about to come. This discussion blew our minds--we understand the outrage, the fear, and the political strategies in totally new ways. Of course it was the experienced librarian who is also a freedom fighter whose words changed our lives! "The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.Read Jessica's latest book, We Were...2024-11-2659 minThe Beautiful and BannedS2, E11, The Handmaid's TaleJessica and Christine discuss THE HANDMAID'S TALE, a shockingly relevant book for our current political moment. As Margaret Atwood says in her 2017 introduction to the 1985 books, times of political authoritarianism bring out the true believers, sadists, and opportunists, and the "literature of witness" is an important "act of hope." Join in as Christine and Jessica laugh and cry and talk about what is coming next. "The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.Read Jessica's latest book, We Were Illegal...2024-11-191h 06The Beautiful and BannedS2, E10: The 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah-Jones (Part 3)GO VOTE! On this Election Day, Christine and Jessica talk about The 1619 Project by focusing on two essays in particular: "Capitalism" by Matthew Desmond and "Politics" by Jamelle Bouie. These essays provide fascinating insights into our current own moment--and the inequality and tensions that were built into our political systems from the very beginning. It's perfect to listen to while you're standing in line to vote today! "The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.Read Jessica's latest book, which...2024-11-051h 00
Caregiving & Entrepreneurship Reimagined PodcastBalancing Caregiving & Entrepreneurship: Self-Care Tips with Renee MohrIn this episode of the Caregiving and Entrepreneurship Reimagined podcast, Melissa Miller talks with Renee Mohr about how important prioritizing self-care is for caregivers and entrepreneurs. Renee shares her experience and expertise in holistic health and nutrition.Key Takeaways: Self-Care is Essential: Just like the oxygen mask analogy, taking care of yourself first is crucial for effectively caring for others and managing your business. Renee's Journey: From dealing with seizures to discovering the power of nutrition, Renee shares her transformative journey towards better health and wellness for her family.2024-11-0433 minThe Beautiful and BannedS2, E9: The 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah-Jones (Part 2)In a continuation of last week's episode, Christine and Jessica discuss THE 1619 PROJECT by Nikole Hannah-Jones, the New York Times Magazine, and others, especially "Democracy" (by Hannah-Jones), "The Creation of Race" (by Dorothy Roberts), and "Sugar" (by Kahlil Gibran Muhammad). They talk about why this book is controversial, what it means for it to be a "new origin story," and the power of fuller narratives being added to our national myths. This book is a rich text--you don't want to miss a minute of this episode!Special thanks to the entire Brooklyn Public Library team for last...2024-10-291h 06
Sweet On LeadershipTim Beissinger and Renee Miller The Trail Provides—Lessons in Life, Teamwork, and AdventureIn this episode, outdoor adventurers Tim Beissinger and Renee Miller, known as the “Thruhikers,” dive into their transformative journey from academia to the trail. They share stories of how they re-prioritized their lives to pursue hiking, including Renee’s incredible achievement of completing the Oregon section of the Pacific Crest Trail in a record 14 days and Tim’s memorable solo hike around the Tahoe Rim Trail. Along the way, they reflect on the mental and physical challenges of such feats, the unexpected influence they've had on others, and how hiking opened new doors in both their personal and professional lives. 2024-10-2331 minThe Beautiful and BannedS 2, E 8: The Freedom to Read Rally (The 1619 Project part 1)In this mini-episode, Christine and Jessica have a live conversation at the Brooklyn Public Library's first ever Freedom to Read Rally at the Grand Army Plaza! On October 19, the BPL organized a nationwide rally with more than 200 libraries across the country celebrating our freedom to read. Jessica and Christine talk about The 1619 Project and the importance of allowing people to learn a more complex view of history. When they planned the discussion, they didn't realize that Nikole Hannah-Jones would be opening an exhibit on Tuesday, October 22, at the Brooklyn Public Library to show art from her latest book, The 1619...2024-10-2228 min
The Augmentation of Man with Kent and Renee MillerHow I Became A Channeler; Episode 116A series of events unfolded revealing Kent Miller's ability to channel and his destiny to bring forth both ancient and new information and predictions for the changes coming for both Earth and humanity.2024-10-1729 minThe Beautiful and BannedS 2, E 7: The Mind PollutersON SATURDAY, OCT. 19, JOIN CHRISTINE AND JESSICA AT THE BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY! Stay tuned for the end of the episode for all the details about Saturday's "Freedom to Read Day of Action Rally," and see if one of the other 300 events that day throughout the country is happening near you!This episode is a little different: inspired by last week's episode with Courtney Gore, Jessica tells Christine about "The Mind Polluters," a documentary that originally inspired Gore's path to joining the Granbury ISD school board, where she found that there was...2024-10-151h 12The Beautiful and BannedS 2, E6: Guest Courtney Gore of Granbury ISDTHIS EPISODE, y'all. Christine and Jessica have an absolutely fascinating conversation with Courtney Gore, a school board member from Granbury ISD. Courtney ran on a campaign to change what was happening in public schools because she'd heard that there were groups actively trying to sexualize children, particularly through the "Social and Emotional Learning" (or SEL) curriculum. When she was elected, she asked to see all of the curriculum for the schools in her district and read it all. And then--she changed her mind. She realized the goal of the books and class lessons was to teach kids to be...2024-10-0857 minThe Beautiful and BannedS2, E5: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray BradburyChristine tells Jessica about Fahrenheit 451 the Musical...oh, wait, no, that's just what she invented on the spot. This is about the 1953 novel by Ray Bradbury, a staple of high school and college classrooms that eerily predicts our own ban-happy, screen-happy times. Come for the discussion of one of a canonical banned book, stay for Christine's extemporaneous show tunes--the musical idea is actually pretty great! And special thanks to friend of the podcast, Keenya, for our first listener question! You can join the conversation for free on Patreon, or support our work for just $3 a month. In a...2024-10-011h 16The Beautiful and BannedS2, E4: National Banned Books Week Guest Charley Rejsek, CEO of BookPeopleJessica interviews Charley Rejsek, the CEO of BookPeople, the largest independent bookstore in Texas (and Jessica's hometown bookstore in Austin). This incredible conversation sheds light on what is happening in Texas, which is, in many ways, the epicenter of the fight for the freedom to read. Recent legislation in Texas demands that bookstores--already operating on razor thin margins--do the work of identifying books that politicians deem 'problematic' for schools. If this legislation is allowed to stand in Texas (and many other places where similar legislation is pending or planned), it could be the end of bookstores as we know...2024-09-2444 minThe Beautiful and BannedS 2, E3: Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda LoIn Episode 3, Jessica tells Christine about Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo. This fast-paced book--which shows "what life might have been like for a queer Asian American girl who dreamed of rocket ships, growing up in the 1950s"--is a coming-of-age narrative with a love story. However, it's also a deeply poignant book that tells a story that is all too familiar: how a queer young person has to find hope in the midst of a complicated relationship with her family. Christine and Jessica have a poignant discussion about love, culture, families, and hope in the...2024-09-171h 12The Beautiful and BannedS2, E2: Life of Brian by Monty PythonChristine is joined by special guest, actor Kelly AuCoin, who plays "Dollar" Bill Sterns on Billions and Pastor Tim on The Americans (among many other roles!). They discuss "Life of Brian," the 1979 Monty Python sensation that was banned instantly for its irreverence and satire. This dark comedy still speaks incredibly well to our own particular age, and Christine and Kelly analyze the legacy of the film then and now--and do a lot of British impressions.If you haven’t yet become a Patreon subscriber, you can join now for just $3 a month. In addition to joining the Ba...2024-09-101h 14The Beautiful and BannedS2, E1: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya AngelouSend us a textIn Episode 1 of Season 2, Christine and Jessica discuss I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. This book has been deeply influential in Jessica's life since her 10th grade teacher, Ms. Snow, gave her a copy of the book. Christine--a longtime fan of Angelou's "Phenomenal Woman" and other poems--reads the book for the first time. Join us as we dive deep into one of the most important works of the last century, written by one of the greatest writers of our lifetime. If you haven’t yet become a Pa...2024-09-031h 05
Your Favorite Stories, Now in Your Ears - Full AudiobookThruhikers: A Guide to Life on the Trail Audiobook by Renee MillerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 790637
Title: Thruhikers: A Guide to Life on the Trail
Author: Renee Miller, Tim Beissinger
Narrator: Renee Miller, Tim Beissinger
Format: Unabridged
Length: 6:33:48
Language: English
Release date: 08-20-24
Publisher: DK Audio
Genres: Sports & Recreation, Outdoor Recreation
Summary:
Explore the outdoors in a whole new way with this comprehensive guide to hiking, camping, and backpacking, from @thruhikers Renee and Tim
Renee Miller and Tim Beissinger, also known as @thruhikers, share their experiences exploring the outdoors—hiking, backpacking, canoeing, and camping—with millions of people. They break down every aspect of t...2024-08-206h 33Open Your Mind, Open a Free AudiobookThruhikers: A Guide to Life on the Trail Audiobook by Renee MillerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 785003
Title: Thruhikers: A Guide to Life on the Trail
Author: Renee Miller, Tim Beissinger
Narrator: Renee Miller, Tim Beissinger
Format: Unabridged
Length: 6:33:48
Language: English
Release date: 08-20-24
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley LTD
Genres: Sports & Recreation, Outdoor Recreation
Summary:
Renee Miller and Tim Beissinger, also known as @thruhikers, share their experiences exploring the outdoorshiking, backpacking, canoeing, and campingwith millions of people. They break down every aspect of their adventurestrail routes, gear, recipes, and moreand share stories from their time out on the trail.
Their first audiobook is packed with...2024-08-206h 33The Beautiful and BannedBonus Episode: Live Recording with Maureen Corrigan!In this special bonus episode, Christine and Jessica recorded a conversation with NPR's Maureen Corrigan live at Wilkes University! Listen in to this incredible, wide-ranging conversation as Maureen--who recorded a Great Course about banned books throughout history--shares her vast knowledge with Christine, Jessica, and their audience.COMING SOON: Season 2 launches in THREE WEEKS, on September 3!As we're busy reading and prepping for our next season, we could use your help more than ever. If you haven’t yet become a Patreon subscriber, you can join now for just $3 a month. In addition to jo...2024-08-131h 04
Catch Some SoulShineEmbracing Imperfection: Life After Recovery Feat Deb Lawless-Miller with Dawn Renee BovaIn this episode of Catch Some SoulShine, join us for a candid conversation with Deb Lawless-Miller, author of "One Little Pill," as she delves into life after recovery. Deb dispels the misconception that life becomes perfect post-recovery, emphasizing that challenges persist regardless of substance use. She shares how living a life filled with love and compassion, and assisting others in their journeys, has been transformative for her. Deb also opens up about the struggles she faced during recovery and the importance of vulnerability and connection in her healing process. Explore her book for more insights an...2024-07-1618 min
Such a Nightmare: Conversations about HorrorSteve DeWinter and Renee Miller | Interview (2024) | Eerie ExtrasIn this spooktacular Eerie Extra, Such a Nightmare co-host Katherine Troyer speaks with horror authors and creators Steve DeWinter and Renee Miller.
We explore the horrific power and potential of immersive storytelling (which is a really awesome way of presenting and engaging with the horror genre). Steve and Renee discuss how their work The Babysitter plays with different sources of horror through its multiple possible pathways and how the horror of their story shapes, and is shaped by, the ways that audiences interact with the narrative. Renee and Steve also share how they got into interactive horror a...2024-07-131h 06Catch Some SoulShineHope Found: A Story of Recovery feat Deb Lawless Miller with Dawn Renee BovaThis week's podcast guest is Deb Miller Lawless, author of the book "One. Little. Pill." Deb shares her personal journey of recovery, highlighting how the 12 steps played a crucial role in saving her life, despite initially knowing little about them.Her book aims to reach individuals who may not identify as having substance use issues or who may be unsure where to seek help. In a moving conversation, Deb opens up about the challenges she faced during her recovery, including the heartbreak of her child's battle with bone cancer and subsequent amputation.Beyond writing, Deb...2024-07-0926 minThe Beautiful and BannedS1, E17: Birth of a Nation (Part 2) by D.W. Griffith and Frank E. WoodsIn Part 2 of the season finale, Christine and Jessica watch and discuss the second half of Birth of a Nation (screenplay by D.W. Griffith and Frank E. Woods). Part 2 is...well, bonkers doesn't cover it. The racist wheels are OFF! What a way to end the season!Today is release day for Jessica's next book We Were Illegal: Uncovering a Texas Family's Mythmaking and Migration! It was selected by the New York Times Book Review as one of their "Summer Nonfiction Picks"!! It had a great review in the New York Times, but our favorite line...2024-06-181h 27The Beautiful and BannedS1, E16: Birth of a Nation (Part 1) by D.W. Griffith and Frank E. WoodsIn Part 1 of the season finale, Christine and Jessica watch and discuss the first half of Birth of a Nation (screenplay by D.W. Griffith and Frank E. Woods). The movie, which was the catalyst for the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan in the late 1910s and early 1920s, is groundbreaking technically and cinematically; it is also a deeply offensive propaganda film. It was challenged and banned in eight states after its release. Roger Ebert famously said in his review that Birth of a Nation "is not a bad film because it argues for evil...it is a...2024-06-1159 minThe Beautiful and BannedS1, E15: Fun Home by Alison BechdelJessica tells Christine about Fun Home by Alison Bechdel, an utterly beautiful graphic memoir about Bechdel's coming of age as a queer artist and the death of her father. The layered narrative is funny, poignant, brilliant, and heartbreaking. It's also one of the few books we've talked about to be challenged or banned at the post-graduate level. Come hear what all the fuss is about with this revolutionary, genre-bending book!Pre-order Jessica's next book We Were Illegal: Uncovering a Texas Family's Mythmaking and Migration, coming June 18!If you haven’t yet become a Patreon subscriber, yo...2024-06-041h 11The Beautiful and BannedS1, E14: A Doll's House by Henrik IbsenChristine tells Jessica about A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen. The groundbreaking play premiered in 1879, and yet it's shockingly relevant today. Christine goes into the history of the play, the fascinating plot, and her own personal connection with the twists of this devastating story. Preorder Jessica's book, We Were Illegal: Uncovering a Texas Family's Mythmaking and Migration, which comes out June 18 with Viking, and come see her on tour!If you haven’t yet become a Patreon subscriber, you can join now for just $3 a month. In addition to joining the Banned Geeks Book Club, yo...2024-05-281h 25The Beautiful and BannedS1, E13: The Da Vinci Code by Dan BrownJessica tells Christine about The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown, and the wild number of rabbit holes she went down in researching this fast-paced, often bonkers thriller: she's never seen so many papyrus-font-fueled conspiracy theories in her life. If you haven’t yet become a Patreon subscriber, you can join now for just $3 a month. In addition to joining the Banned Geeks Book Club, your $3 helps us stay the course by highlighting banned works and bringing you these conversations each week. Thank you for your support! The success of this podcast depends on you!"Th...2024-05-211h 04The Beautiful and BannedS1, E12: Brokeback Mountain by Diana Ossana and Larry McMurtryChristine tells Jessica about Brokeback Mountain, the 2005 film based on a short story by Annie Proulx, with a screenplay written by Diana Ossana and Larry McMurtry. Often reduced to being called the "gay cowboy movie," as Christine tells Jessica, this complex film is actually about societal constraints and battering against cultural boundaries. As always, their conversation turns personal as they explore the boundaries they've faced and how their views have changed in the almost two decades since they first saw the movie in theaters. If you haven’t yet become a Patreon subscriber, you can join now fo...2024-05-141h 09The Beautiful and BannedTEASER, S1, E11:This Boy's Life by Tobias Wolff (with special guest, Patricia McCormick)In this teaser, you can hear the first 18 minutes of the rich conversation we had with Patty McCormick, author of SOLD, about a banned book that had a big impact on her. Tobias Wolff's THIS BOY'S LIFE is consistently one of the most challenged books in the country, and it prompted a rich discussion about life and art and why we write. The full episode is exclusively available to paid subscribers--if you want to hear it, head to Patreon and sign up for the Banned Geeks Book Club, for only $3/month! Thank you so much for your...2024-05-0718 minThe Beautiful and BannedS1, E10: Sold by Patricia McCormickJessica tells Christine about Sold by Patricia McCormick, a 2006 National Book Award finalist about a young girl who was sex trafficked from Nepal to India. The book, which is told through a series of lyrical vignettes, is beautifully written, and builds empathy in its young readers for children who are forced into difficult situations. And yet, according to the American Library Association, it is currently one of the top ten banned books in the country--and you'll never believe the reason why.BONUS: Next week, with episode 11, we're excited to launch the Banned Geeks Book Club! Every few...2024-04-301h 07The Augmentation of Man with Kent and Renee MillerThe Transformative Power of the Higher Self, Episode 112The ability to reconnect with the Higher Self, Self-Realization, can be
very powerful, opening up a new realm of understanding, shifting
perception to see a new and more expansive reality. This is a part of
our Transformation as a species. Kent and Renee discuss how to diminish
the effect of the ego to allow the Higher Self to rise to the surface
through meditation and mindful practices.
2024-04-2824 minThe Beautiful and BannedS1, E9: MolièreChristine chats with special guest, Lucie Tiberghien, about the works of Molière, who was banned 350+ years ago in France, what he did that got the church in France so angry, and why his work still speaks to us today.You can watch his play, The Miser, at "Molière in the Park" this April and May at Prospect Park in Brooklyn (links below)."The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.You can find out how to su...2024-04-2353 minThe Beautiful and BannedS1, E8: Maus by Art SpiegelmanJessica tells Christine about The Complete Maus by Art Spiegelman, the remarkable graphic memoir written by the son of Holocaust survivors about his family's experiences, and the shocking reason why it's banned--we couldn't believe it. Come for the deep-dive discussion about stunningly beautiful literature about the most awful parts of human nature; stay for the rabbit hole about Garbage Pail Kids. "The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.You can find out how to support us at our Patreon...2024-04-161h 06The Beautiful and BannedS1, E7: A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine HansberryChristine tells Jessica about A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry and they geek out about Hansberry's genius and the way she manages to write about so many core issues of her time in one single play, which would later be banned."The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.You can find out how to support us at our Patreon link. If you’d like to advertise with us, visit the "Contact Us" page on our website. If yo...2024-04-091h 05The Beautiful and BannedS1, E6: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman AlexieJessica tells Christine about The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie and why it's been one of the top ten most banned books of the last decade, as well as the controversy around the author himself."The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.You can find out how to support us at our Patreon link. If you’d like to advertise with us, visit the "Contact Us" page on our website. If you liked our sh...2024-04-021h 03The Beautiful and BannedS1, E5: The Exorcist, Screenplay by William BlattyChristine tells Jessica about The Exorcist film (with a screenplay by William Blatty, based on the book by Blatty), including why it was banned, its effects on the audience at the time, and the real life "curses" on the movie set--plus a truly bonkers real-life ghost story!"The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.You can find out how to support us at our Patreon link. If you’d like to advertise with us, visit the "Contact Us" page on...2024-03-261h 00The Beautiful and BannedS1, E4: Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe (Part 2)Jessica and Christine discuss the images and controversial parts of Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe in this second episode of a two-part series; they also lay out the fears and worldviews that are leading to book banning, and what's at stake in these discussions right now. "The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.You can find out how to support us at our Patreon link. If you’d like to advertise with us, visit the "Contact Us" page on ou...2024-03-191h 00The Beautiful and BannedS1, E3: Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe (Part 1)Jessica tells Christine how Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe came to be the most banned book in the US, in part one of a two-part series. "The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.You can find out how to support us at our Patreon link. If you’d like to advertise with us, visit the "Contact Us" page on our website. If you liked our show, please rate and subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Th...2024-03-1245 minThe Beautiful and BannedS1, E2: The Bluest Eye by Toni MorrisonChristine tells Jessica about the history and reception of Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye--still one of the most banned books in the US--in a surprisingly emotional conversation. "The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.You can find out how to support us at our Patreon link. If you’d like to advertise with us, visit the "Contact Us" page on our website. If you liked our show, please rate and subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere you listen to po...2024-03-0556 minThe Beautiful and BannedS1, E1: The Beautiful and Damned by F. Scott FitzgeraldJessica explains to Christine about F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Beautiful and Damned--a book that was not only banned, it gives a fascinating critique of censorship in the 1920s (plus it's where we got the name of our podcast!)."The Beautiful and Banned" is produced by Jessica Goudeau and Christine Renee Miller. Follow us on social media: @beautifulandbannedpod, @christinereneemiller, and @jessica_goudeau.Our co-producer, Rob Heath, wrote and performed our theme music. Kalin Siegwald designed our logo. Special thanks this episode to Mackenzie Brady Watson, Ruthie Ackerman, Caren George, Mandy Pennington, and...2024-02-271h 07The Beautiful and BannedThe Beautiful and Banned TrailerTrailer for "The Beautiful and Banned," a weekly podcast diving into banned books, plays, and films now and throughout history with Christine Renee Miller and Jessica Goudeau. Find out more at beautifulandbannedpod.com. Subscribe now so you don't miss an episode! Episode 1 is coming Tuesday, 2.27.2024.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text to suggest books, plays, films, or guests, or just share your thoughts!2024-02-1502 min